Sermons on acting upon the word: showing 136-150 of 199,826

Caught In The Act Series

Contributed by Seth Lawson on Jan 22, 2018

Examining this event from Jesus' life and ministry in John 8, we can learn to live as he lived and love as he loved ... no condemnation, no compromise, full of compassion.

We’re glad you’re here as we continue our Summer teaching series entitled: LIVE-LIKE-THAT. Through this series, we’re examining different events in the life and ministry of Jesus as well as his teachings from the Gospels to get a glimpse into what is looks like to begin living out our faith in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Acts Of God Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 25, 2011

Natural disasters may be natural, but they are also acts of God, and if they don't remind us of his power and alert us to his coming judgment they should.

The scroll with seven seals that Jesus was handed in chapter 5 is now open. The first four seals loosed the four horsemen of the apocalypse: war, violence, famine, and death. The fifth seal let the prayers of the saints loose upon the world. Who would have thought that the prayers of the saints ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Balancing Act Series

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Dec 8, 2002

Ephesians Series #3 Position determines access. We like access…but in the Kingdom of God access is restricted only to those who are in the right position.The key to staying on that straight and narrow path is in being well balanced.

A Walk That Is Worthy Part 3 "The Balancing Act" Text: Eph 1:15-23 Intro: We have just come through another Thanksgiving Holiday. I trust everyone had a blessed time whether with family or friends, being able to return thanks to the Lord for what He has done in our lives. I ran across a cute ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23, 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Act Of Surrender Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 10, 2015

Surrender in todays society says weakness and empowerment. The Lord desires us to surrender to Him so that we can be empowered by His Spirit to lead our lives.

The act of surrender Romans 12:1-2 Introduction- As we continue to look at being like Jesus, I would like to talk about surrendering our lives to Him. The act of surrender. The world’s definition of surrender would be an act of failure, an act of greater power defeating a weaker power. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Nazarene

Acts Of Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 3, 2021

This king's experience of evil coming in the face of determined good effort and obedience mirrors the experience of devout men and women of every age and teaches us to believe in the constant working of Divine Providence, even in difficult circumstances.

2 CHRONICLES 32:1-8 ACTS OF FAITHFULNESS [Isaiah 37:10-20, 36-38; Ps. 46; 2 Kgs 18:13-19:37] King Hezekiah [reigned 726–697 BC] had been on fire for the Lord God. First he had aggressively removed evil influences from his life (30:14; 31:1). Next he had torn down the idols in Israel and then ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 32:1-8, Isaiah 37:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Act Of Worship Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Apr 1, 2008

What is your reason for worship. Is it to refill your tanks once a week. Or is worship a part of your life. This sermon address the true act of worship and where it should be in our lives.

The Act of Worship Psalm 29:2 Intro A young man came to his parents one day and informed them that he would start to receive his meals at the dinner table but would take them back to his room. The father, quickly informed him of his nice try, but they would be eating all their meals together as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:2

Denomination: Baptist

Disappearing Act

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 3, 2024

What is the message of the undisturbed grave clothes? (Outline came from here: https://www.sermonnotebook.org/new%20testament/John%2020_1-10.htm; Material adapted from William Nicholson's book "The Six Miracles of Calvary," chapter on the undisturbed grave clothes of Jesus)

HoHum: Harry Houdini's "Chinese water torture cell" trick is considered one of the most iconic and influential escapes in the history of magic performance. The trick involved Houdini being suspended upside-down in a glass and steel tank filled with water, with his feet locked in ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-10, John 11:43-44, Luke 24:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sacrificial Act

Contributed by Lynell Friesen on May 24, 2001

We have life because the grave could not contain it’s prey. Paul told us that Christ conquered even the last enemy - death.

On Good Friday we spoke on Isaiah 53: 4-6 discussing the Universal Depravity of man and the Universal Sufficiency of Christ. Sometimes Christians find that concept hard to grasp. Dr. Barnhouse used this illustration to portray this simple truth to his congregation and I would like to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:7-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Acts 25

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 26, 2020

Paul before Festus and Agrippa

Paul before Festus (v. 1-22) “When Festus took office as the governor, he personally went to Jerusalem for a briefing on Paul’s case, then held a trial in Caesarea similar to that of Felix’s trial. The upshot of this trial was that Festus wanted to take Paul back to Jerusalem to face the ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

A Messiah Who Helps Keep Us Focused Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 23, 2010

Jesus teaches us to focus on what is really important.

A Messiah Who Keeps Us Focused Text: Matt. 15:1-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: [Children have] a great need to know where behavioral boundaries are and who has the courage to enforce them. Years ago, during the early days of the progressive-education movement, an enthusiastic theorist decided ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Bible Is... Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Sep 23, 2013

The sermon stresses the significance of the Bible.

Church Planting The Bible Is… Acts 8:26-39 Opening words: The end has come. This is my thirteenth and final message in my sermon series, Church Planting. This summer we are looking at the first eight chapters of the Book of Acts. So much has happened to this point. It is impossible to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-39

Denomination: Methodist

The Church Of Acts

Contributed by Tr Precht on Sep 14, 2006

Who was the Church of Acts? Who Are We Tody? We Must Strive to be The same church that was birthed on Pentecost

The Church of Acts “And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Apostolic

Loving Acts Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 20, 2013

This passage explores the love of God as expressed in the teaching of Jesus regarding teh Vine and the Branches.

EASTER 2013 LOVING ACTS John 15:1-17 "I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2  He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. 3  You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

-We Are Acts.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 24, 2024

Luke and Acts give us a great look at the ascension. How Jesus handled Himself for 40 days before He was taken up! Powerful!

-We Are Acts. Luke 24:44-53 The first four books of the New Testament are commonly called the gospels. The fifth book, The Acts of the apostles, is tied to Luke by common authorship. So Luke wrote the gospel of Luke, and the book of Acts. That is important, because Luke gives us two accounts of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53, Isaiah 43:10

Denomination: Church Of God

Acts Of The Apostles

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 23, 2017

we again are looking at the 40 days Jesus ministered after His resurrection. We see He spoke of power that was outside of ourselves and that by His Holy Spirit disciples of Christ would do amazing things in the power of God working in our lives.

Acts of the Apostles Book of Acts selected verses Introduction- This week our leaders spent 2 ½ days at District convention. It was a great time of refreshing. It was a time to hear God’s Word from someone other than me. That is good for them and good for me. If we are not careful, even the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-42

Denomination: Nazarene